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The Getting of Wisdom · Character
Joey
A young boy, possibly a relative or neighbor of Laura's family.
minor
Also known as Little Jo
First appearance: xii
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Relationship types
- Other
Character groups
- Romantic and Artistic Influences
- Schoolgirls and Family
- Extended Family and Community
- Protagonist
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Story tension across the book — this chapter sits in Exposition.
- Setup
- Escalation
- Breaking point
- Aftermath
- Closing
Laura reaches an emotional and psychological peak of isolation and humiliation as she is publicly mocked, aban…
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